It is unfortunate that Mumbai is targeted repeatedly by terrorists. The reason is that Mumbai is the commercial capital of India and terror attacks being carried out in the city are assured visibility. The average Mumbaikar will bounce back and get to work within a week. There will be commentaries on the city’s fighting spirit. But in reality, citizens are frustrated with government’s incapacity to prevent terror attacks. But what option do they have?
India needs to develop a sophisticated rescue system of ambulances and helicopters that can be deployed within five to 10 minutes of a terror attack. The government and police must have information systems and networks to pre-empt terrorist activities.
Rajendra K Aneja, Dubai
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